Why I Changed My Mind On If It Fits Your Macros (IIFYM)

About this episode

Emma discusses her shift in perspective on flexible dieting and the importance of structure in macro tracking.

Emma tackles one of the most common pitfalls in macro tracking: using flexibility as an excuse to avoid structure. She opens by sharing how she once lived by "If It Fits Your Macros" - eating whatever she wanted as long as it hit her numbers — and why that approach eventually led to poor satiety, low energy, and even binge eating cycles. Flexible dieting is a powerful tool, but without structure (consistent meal timing. protein anchors. fiber, and planned treats), it becomes chaotic and unsus...

People in this episode

Host: Emma Montgomery

Topics covered

• macro tracking
• flexible dieting
• nutrition
• eating habits
• self improvement

Keywords

• If It Fits Your Macros
• macro tracking
• flexible dieting
• satiety
• binge eating

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